With correct care, hearing aids can last for several years, but their performance depends on whether they’re programmed to your present level of hearing loss. Getting regular hearing assessments is key to making certain your hearing aids are programmed and fit correctly. Here are a number of tips to help you get the most from […]
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Why is it worthwhile to get your hearing tested regularly? Well, the reality is that hearing loss can have substantial and long-term impacts on your overall wellness. Your quality of life will be improved, your health will be enhanced, and you will get the right treatment sooner if you get screened regularly. Getting a hearing […]
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Cancer isn’t something you can self-diagnose. But you may worry about it; Is this sore throat due to allergies or a cold, or is it something more serious? You wouldn’t be the first to lose some sleep with worries like this. The fact is that only a doctor will be able to accurately diagnose your […]
Caring for your hearing aids likely feels easy enough. After all, you were likely given a set of care instructions when you originally purchased your devices. Most hearing specialists will give you a step-by-step how-to when it comes to routine hearing aid maintenance. Still, getting all of that information at once means you probably didn’t […]
When an ENT recommends tonsil surgery to an adult, it often comes as a surprise. They ask, isn’t that something for kids? Or, is there an age limit for tonsil removal in adults? A tonsillectomy can actually be performed on anyone of any age. Your provider will examine the state of your tonsils and your […]
Heartburn is extremely common. One study indicates that 60 million Americans experience heartburn every month. Most people, as a result, think that they’re suffering from a relatively commonplace condition. And it’s not that big of a problem, when you eat some really spicy food, a bit of heartburn is fairly normal. But you may want […]
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When someone talks about artificial intelligence (AI), it may arouse thoughts of your favorite sci-fi movie. But today, AI is a reality that we all better get accustomed to. This is particularly true when it comes to hearing aids. The times when hearing aids merely boosted the volume and were one-size-fits-all are gone for good. […]
You may be familiar with the various factors contributing to hearing loss, such as the impact of getting older, genetic predisposition within families, or extended exposure to loud sounds. However, you may find it interesting to understand the connection between diabetes and hearing loss. Let’s dig a little bit deeper into that. How is your […]
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Normally, a cough is a symptom of allergies or illness. But your cough is normally intermittent and only lasts a few days. But if you’re coughing all day, every day, something going on. But sometimes, coughs can hang around for a long time. You’re not feeling sick but your cough is hanging around stubbornly. You […]
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Picture taking a cruise and immediately getting seasick. That could really spoil a nice day. And there’s always that adjustment stage when you get back on land where you can still feel the movement of the ship beneath your feet. Now imagine it’s like that nearly all of the time, boat or no boat. When […]